Leatherwork Guidebook - Flipbook - Page 36
Thread Issues
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Thread is shredding,
balling or breaking
There are a number of causes for
breaking thread. Start with step 1 and
stop as soon as the problem is resolved.
1. Thread/needle combination too small for
material being sewn. See p. 6.
2. Make sure thread is not snagging
anywhere from the cone/spool to the
needle.
3. Wrong Needle Type
Use of the wrong needle type can
contribute to thread shredding issues.
Always use a leather “diamond point”
needle when sewing dry, heavy or hard
leather.
Refer to p. 7 for more information.
4. Incompatible Needle Size & Thread
Weight
If the thread is too thick or thin for the needle it
will not pass through the needle eye to form a
loop and will instead ball at the needle. Check
the compatibility of the needle size and thread
weight (p. 6).
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